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Windows 10 after installation advice

10 "Have to do" steps after Windows 10 installation

A clean Windows installation is optimal, but stereotyped, and to improve the quality of work on a computer, it is worth figuring out what needs to be done after installing Windows 10 to tune it for personal preferences. In addition to the convenience of work, you will be able to increase the work speed, which means that you will pass the sad fate of the Windows user of a weak computer with slowly loading videos and crashing programs.

Important! If you install the OS yourself, then during the installation, in the "Increase system speed" tab, go to "Parameter settings" and uncheck the items:

  • personalisation: sending Microsoft calendar information, contacts, keyboard input, handwriting, ad recipient ID;
  • location;
  • browser and security: using SmartScreen, page prediction functions;
  • connection and error reports.

You should start working with the creation of a restore point. If failures occur during subsequent operations, you can roll back the top ten to its original state. To do this, use the “Backup and Restore Tool": Insert a USB flash drive or other external drive. Go to "Start" - "System Windows" - "Control Panel". Select "File History". Click on the link "System image backup". In the left pane, select Create System Image and select the drive to back up. Confirm the action and click "Archive".

Often a new PC comes with an OS preinstalled. But while the computer was waiting for its buyer, the manufacturer released a lot of security patches and updates that will help the top ten to work faster and safer. Check for them in the Windows Update folder located in Settings.

Here it is necessary to make a reservation that after connecting to Wi-Fi, Windows 10 installs drivers by itself but in rare cases does it crookedly. If you notice there is no sound or the monitor distorts the image, you will need to reinstall them. The best way to test system health is to run YouTube videos in Microsoft Edge. So, you will immediately notice if the network and sound card, video, keyboard, mouse are working.
Another option: go to the path "Computer" - "Properties" - "Device Manager" and check there is no exclamation mark next to the icons.
The safest way to install the driver is to use the disc that came with the device or download it from the manufacturer's official website. In the second case, you need to go to the manufacturer's page in the "Support" - "Drivers" menu and install from there.

Windows 10 has a built-in Edge browser. But if you are used to a different program, then download Chrome, Firefox or Opera. Do not forget to install an anti-banner and the ability to synchronise your browser with your smartphone, tablet, and other mobile devices.

Defender is a built-in Windows Defender, which, unfortunately, is not able to provide an adequate level of security when actively surfing the net. To strengthen the protection of the system, you can buy antivirus Kaspersky, Dr. web, Eset, Avast, McAfee in theOffPriceSoft online store of licensed software.

If you skipped this step when installing the system, then at this stage you can remove unnecessary software and disable unnecessary services. To do this, follow the path "Settings" - "Applications" - "Applications and features" and delete unnecessary.

After installing Windows 10, you will need to equip the system with software that simplifies everyday work with the system. You will need:
  • Microsoft Office in the required edition or its free equivalent.
  • Telegram, Viber, WhatsApp, Skype.
  • Audio and video player: VLC, AIMP, etc.
You can supplement the system with a PDF file viewer, a password and note manager, an email service, a client for storing files in the cloud, or you can use the built-in system tools for this.

Many programs start running when the system is turned on, which significantly slows down its operation. To unload the top ten, disable the auto start of unnecessary applications as follows: Launch Task Manager by pressing the Alt + Ctrl + Shift key combination.
Enter the "Details" section and go to the "Startup" tab.
You will see a list of all applications that start with the system. Right-click on the unwanted software and select "Uninstall".

This will help you view photos, videos, and documents stored on your mobile device on your PC. This requires an app download, so make sure you have free space on your smartphone.
  • In the "Options" tab, select "Phone" and click on the line "Add phone".
  • Specify the type of system - iOS or Android.
  • Sign in to your Windows account and enter your phone number.
  • Download the app from Google Play and follow the instructions.

After completing the settings, you can create a restore point that you can easily return to in case of problems.
  • In the "Control Panel" find the "System and Security" tab and enter "System".
  • Expand System Protection and navigate to Recovery Options.
  • Specify the desired parameters: the number of recovery points, and the amount of disk space to store them. Click "Create".
The personalized licensing system is convenient and easy for both home use and work. In the OffPriceSoft.com an online store, you can buy a Windows 10 key to officially and securely use the system capabilities of the OS. And for its optimal work, please contact our managers. We will help you remotely organize the fast operation of the system and customize it to your wishes.